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Yoshinori Akao¹, Rui Shogenji, Norimichi Tsumura

¹National Research Institute of Police Science, 6-3-1 Kashiwanoha, Kashiwa, Chiba 277-0882, Japan. akao@nrips.go.jp

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We developed an efficient gonio-imaging method for optically variable devices (OVDs) to combat document counterfeiting. This technique captures multiple directional images simultaneously, revealing sensitive color shifts for authentication.

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Area of Science:

Optics
Imaging Science
Security Technology

Background:

Optically Variable Devices (OVDs) are crucial for authenticating valuable documents and preventing counterfeits.
Existing gonio-imaging methods can be inefficient and complex for capturing the angular-dependent optical properties of OVDs.

Purpose of the Study:

To propose and demonstrate an efficient gonio-imaging method for OVDs.
To enable simultaneous capture of multiple directional images for detailed analysis of OVDs' optical characteristics.

Main Methods:

A compound-eye image-capturing system was designed, incorporating a microlens array, signal separator, and image sensor.
Collimated light from OVDs was captured by the system, generating multiple images from different observation angles.
A holographic grating was used to demonstrate the system's capability, producing 100 gonio images.

Main Results:

The proposed system successfully captured simultaneous, multi-angle images of the OVD.
The gonio images clearly showed sensitive color changes in the diffracted light corresponding to the observation angle.
The method proved efficient for analyzing the angular-dependent optical properties of OVDs.

Conclusions:

The developed gonio-imaging technique offers an efficient solution for characterizing OVDs.
This method provides a sensitive and comprehensive approach for OVD authentication and counterfeit deterrence.
The compound-eye system enables rapid acquisition of essential data for security applications.